"She would break her neck for you, if she loved you, she would go above and beyond for you and defend you to the fullest," Haydell said.

Kring said the only moment of peace came when news broke of Heads arrest, just outside of Lafayette, hiding out in a hotel in St. Martin Parish, about seven hours after the shooting. He surrendered without incident.

"Thank God. That's the best thing I heard all day," said Kring.

Head was transported to the St. Martin Parish Jail and booked on second-degree murder. He is expected to be transferred to New Orleans custody, soon, to face the charge.

Crain leaves behind a fiance and a 3-year-old girl named Laylee Strength.